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CODE COMPLIANCE DEPARTMENT

MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of the Code Compliance Department is to protect property owners’
investments and promote public health, safety, and welfare of the community; and
where violations occur, work with our citizens to achieve compliance through
efficient and fair processes.

Services Provided
• First line of communication for Mansfield Volunteer Program (MVP) Referrals
• Removal of illegal bandit and promotional signs from City rights-of-way.
• Providing comprehensive code enforcement services to the City of Mansfield.

Accomplishments in FY 2020-2021
• Received the 2020 ICC Community Service Award.
• Received the 2020 American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) Program of the Year.
• Received the 2020 American Association (AACE) Community Service Award.

FY 2021-2022 Goals and Objectives

1. Serve as a “Change Agent” in the Community.
• Ensure community stakeholders are provided with the highest service level.
• Lead initiatives to identify barriers that hinder or prevent compliance.
• Expand community engagement efforts through My Mansfield Muni-Versity and
Neighborhood/HOA Events.

2. Initiate a comprehensive Rental Inspection Program.
• Develop a balanced ordinance that will improve rental housing conditions.
• Lead initiatives that will promote the benefits and opportunities of a rental inspection program.
• Identify strategies to engage with rental stakeholders in a positive manner.

3. Initiate a comprehensive Health Inspection Program.
• Develop a balanced & comprehensive health inspection program.
• Enforce sanitation and health codes in a consistent manner.
• Provide periodic inspections of restaurants, public pools, daycares, and school cafeterias to
promote quality food safety and public health standards throughout the City.

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